2006 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 415 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (226 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A4 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |